The Art of Ecstatic Dance DJing & Facilitation

Learn how to create powerful, transformational Ecstatic Dance journeys through music and sound with Temple Step 

Craft Evolutionary dance experiences.
Hold safe spaces for authentic expression
Develop your unique sound as a DJ and facilitator.
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TEMPLE STEP PROJECT
DJ, PRODUCER, FACILITATOR, SOUND HEALER 
INTRODUCTION

The Course & You

Learn how to create emotionally intelligent, musically powerful Ecstatic Dance journeys with Temple Step — a globally recognised Ecstatic Dance DJ, producer, and facilitator with over 30 years of experience.

From foundational DJ skills to musical storytelling, this training gives you the exact frameworks Temple Step has refined across hundreds of dance floors worldwide.

Temple Step (Benjamin Last) co-founded Ecstatic Dance Melbourne, held residencies at Bali’s Yoga Barn, and has guided dance communities across Australia, USA, Mexico, Guatemala, Hawaii, and beyond. His approach blends multicultural and electronic genres, live instrumentation, and deep understanding of dance psychology to create journeys that are both cutting edge, ecstatic and ceremonial.

This course shares those methods clearly and practically — so you can confidently guide dance floors and hold transformational movement spaces.

“DJing Ecstatic Dance is not just about playing music — it’s about guiding emotional journeys through rhythm, energy and space.”
30+ Years
Experience and Refinement
Global floors
Communities worldwide
Pro frameworks
Clear & practical methods
curriculum

What you will learn

You’ll develop both technical DJ mastery and facilitation intelligence.
Structure a complete Ecstatic Dance journey arc
Build openings, peaks, release, and landing with intention and clarity.
DJ confidently using Traktor + a controller
Set up and perform with reliable, repeatable workflows.
Beat-mix, harmonic-mix, and transition between genres
Smooth transitions across multicultural + electronic sounds without losing flow.
Work with tempo, energy, and emotional flow

Read the room and guide intensity with pacing, contrast, and release.
Integrate live instruments and vocals
Layer live elements intentionally so they enhance the ceremony and arc.
Facilitate and hold safe dance spaces
Understand consent culture, safety cues, and how to lead with presence.
Connect and configure sound systems
Know the basics of cables, levels, gain staging, and troubleshooting.
Record and share your DJ sets
Capture clean audio, export confidently, and publish with intention.
Develop your unique Ecstatic Dance DJ identity
Clarify your sound, values, and signature arc — so people remember how your sets feel.

Outcome: You’ll leave with a repeatable process for building sets, reading energy, holding space, and DJing with confidence.

who is this course for

This training is designed for

Whether you are stepping into Ecstatic Dance DJing for the first time or expanding your facilitation practice through music.

Beginner and intermediate DJs entering Ecstatic Dance

Ecstatic Dance facilitators expanding musical skills

Movement and embodiment teachers

DJs wanting to play sober or transformational dance floors

If you feel called to guide people through music-led movement and transformation — this course is for you.

course format

How This Training Works

Built for real life — learn at your pace, revisit anytime, and get supported as you grow.

100% Online & Self-Paced
Access anytime, anywhere — with optional 1:1 support when you need it.
Lifetime Access
Return as your DJ journey evolves.
Step-by-Step Video Modules
From beginner foundations to advanced Ecstatic Dance mixing.
Real DJ Demonstrations
Watch complete workflows, transitions, and set-building in action.
1:1 Support & Community
You are personally supported throughout the course. You’ll get access to a private WhatsApp group where you can:
  • Ask Temple Step direct questions
  • Book personalised DJ guidance over Zoom
  • Share mixes for feedback
  • Move through creative blocks
  • Connect with Ecstatic Dance DJs worldwide
This mentorship space supports you from your first mix through to guiding real dance floors.
Ready to learn with structure — and real support?
Join the course and start building your first complete Ecstatic Dance journey.
Testimonials

What our learners say

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I’m so grateful for the time I spent learning with Ben and the wisdom from his decades of DJing and producing. His enthusiasm and joy inspired me to put my whole heart into this art. Such a unique opportunity to learn from one of the original inspirations in the Ecstatic Dance genre.
DJ Swahe
Ben teaches the difference between mixing music and facilitating transformation. His Ecstatic Dance framework is easy to follow, the DJ/software instruction makes performing your set feel straightforward, and the energetic/spiritual guidance ties it all together into a cohesive journey. If you’ve been searching for a DJ course that truly covers it, this is it.
Samsun Skye
Ben truly lives with music, sound, and meaning. Through his DJ sets I’ve gone deeper within myself and learned who I am. The course transfers his skills in such a clear and fluid way, and he’s always available and supportive. Even when I paused learning, he followed up and encouraged me. I’m deeply grateful.
Anoush Madander

DETAILED CURRICULUM

What You’ll Cover, Step by Step

A structured pathway from foundations to confident, real-world Ecstatic Dance DJ facilitation.

01

Foundations of Ecstatic Dance DJing

4 lessons
  • Introduction to Ecstatic Dance DJing
  • Setting your intention as a DJ
  • Understanding Ecstatic Dance music and genres
  • How Ecstatic Dance journeys differ from club sets

02

DJ Setup & Music Preparation

5 lessons
  • Choosing the right DJ controller
  • Creating essential DJ accounts
  • Finding and purchasing music
  • Downloading and organising libraries
  • Preparing playlists

03

Traktor & DJ Workflow

6 lessons
  • Traktor setup and preferences
  • Playlists and decks
  • Beat-matching and syncing
  • EQ, filters, looping, FX
  • Hot cues and grid points
  • Harmonic mixing

04

Ecstatic Dance Mixing Styles

5 lessons
  • Mixing house, bass, and ambient
  • Tempo transitions
  • Facilitation transitions
  • Sound-healing endings
  • Live instruments and vocals

05

Recording & Professional Practice

3 lessons
  • Recording DJ sets
  • Uploading and sharing mixes
  • Promoting yourself

06

Sound System & Live Setup

2 lessons
  • Controller to mixer connection
  • PA setup

07

Facilitation & Space Holding

4 lessons
  • Holding safe containers
  • Guiding emotional journeys
  • Talking with groups
  • Integrating ceremony
FINAL INVITATION

Ready to Guide Transformational Dance Floors?

If you feel called to move beyond DJing into facilitation, conscious dance culture, and transformational space-holding — this training will give you the structure, skills, and confidence to begin.

Join a growing global wave of Ecstatic Dance DJs bringing healing, connection, and freedom through music.
► 100% Online • Self-Paced • Lifetime Access • 1:1 Support + Community
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